1999 AC Cobra vs. 1993 BMW M3
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1993 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
